Atlantic City Mayor Small Seeks Re-Election Amid Child Abuse Allegations

Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. has announced his intention to seek re-election in November 2025, despite being embroiled in legal troubles including allegations of child abuse and witness tampering. Small and his wife, La’Quetta, have pleaded not guilty to charges of endangering the welfare of a child, following accusations of physically abusing their teenage daughter and asking her to alter her story to the police. His re-election announcement took place at a local church, where he expressed confidence in winning another term, citing accomplishments such as reduced crime rates and property tax decreases during his tenure. The mayor's legal issues have not deterred his supporters, who attended the announcement event in large numbers. No other candidates have yet announced their intention to run against him in the upcoming election.